Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Porthleven within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Porthleven, small seaport town, Sithney par., Cornwall, on Mounts Bay, 2½ miles SW. of Helston, pop. 1873; P.O., T.O.; is a prosperous place, with a good harbour, and carries on fishing.